Dear EE'S I - sizing electromagnets

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It is possible to build larger electromagnets that produce the same magnetic field and forces by adjusting parameters like the number of turns and current. The formula B = μnI indicates that increasing the core area while maintaining the same magnetic field may require a decrease in the number of turns if the current remains constant. However, this approach could lead to challenges with power supply limitations. Using simulation tools like 'vizimag' can help visualize and calculate the necessary adjustments for achieving desired magnetic forces. Providing additional details or sketches may facilitate more precise guidance.
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Dear EE'S! I need help -- sizing electromagnets

Is it possibile to built different electromagnet's sizes, that can produce the same magnetic field and forces(e.g attraction/repulsion)?
If so how can I do that? By following this law: B = unl
By controlling the number of turns or the amount of current flowing in, I can do that?
 
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The reason, is that I'd like to expand the electromagnet's area without changing the magnetic field or the forces that I was able to get from my frist electromagnet X.
I want to build electromagnet Y that is larger and equally the same as X interms of the magnetic field and forces.

Since I'm only increasing the physical size of the electromagnet's area/w x h would that require more input?(I have a limited power source!).
 
I would recommend trying out your re-scaling using a simulator. Search for 'vizimag', it's free and relatively easy to use. It will also calculate magnetic forces, which is not a simple problem.
 
Ow I forgot to say!
That I'm just increasing the area of the core. So the electromagnet would be bigger.
I guess that the number of turns would decrease, the current would stay the same and its possibile to do?
 
Your question is not clear.
If you provide more information and maybe some sketches, someone may be able to help you.
 
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